Ana Maria Schwartz

Ana Maria Schwartz

4.9
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 21 years

Immigration Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Immigration

2417 Dunlavy St., Houston, TX

About Ana

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

The Law Office of Ana Maria Schwartz provides immigration services to clients around the world in the following areas: *Family Based Petitions *Spouse Petitions- K-3 and CR1 processes *Briefs on criminal issues for immigration purposes *Adjustment of Status *Fiance Visas *Consular Processing *I-601 Waivers *Temporary Protected Status *Removal of Conditional Residence *Replacement of Permanent Residency Card *Citizenship/Naturalization *U-Visa Claims

20 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 21 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2004

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Schwartz Immigration Law, PLLC

2417 Dunlavy St., Houston, TX, 77006

Schwartz Immigration Law, PLLC

106 E. 6th St., Suite 900-123, Austin, TX, 78701

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Ana Maria Schwartz's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

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Posted by Hector | October 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Amazing!!!!

Para todos aquellos que tienen problemas con el idioma inglés , voy a decir esto en español. Tengo y tuve el privilegio de que la abogada Ana María me ayudará y aun me sigue ayudando a mi , mis conocidos , mis familiares y empleados en procesos de migración y es ella y su equipo excelentes profesiona...les y personas, quienes ayudan cuando lo necesitas , reponden tus preguntas e inquietudes muy rápido , siempre están pendientes de tu caso , día a día y te hacen sentir confianza ,responden cualquier pregunta que tengas , es un privilegio para mi y mi esposa conocerla como persona y profesional , muchísimas gracias Ana María y que Dios la cuide mucho a usted su familia y su equipo , mucha gente la necesita , con mucho respeto y admiración , MUCHAS GRACIAS !!!

Ana Schwartz

Replied last July 23, 2023

Hector- Quiero expresar mi más profundo agradecimiento por tu reseña positiva. Tus palabras amables y elogios significan mucho para mí. Me alegra saber que estás satisfecho con mis servicios como abogada de inmigración. Ayudar a mis clientes en sus asuntos migratorios es mi mayor prioridad y saber que he sido de ayuda en tu caso me llena de satisfacción. El resultado positivo es mi mayor recompensa y estoy agradecida por la oportunidad de haber sido tu abogada de inmigración. ¡Mis mejores deseos para ti!

Posted by Juan | October 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellence in Service

Ana Maria and her team helped my daughter, my wife and me with all our immigration process. They are knowledgeable, reachable, resourceful and caring. They did proper follow up on all our requirements and were always willing to go further to get our permanent visas. You can count on them, even if you... are not from the Houston area. I did all my process from Venezuela and my wife from Maryland. I recommend her without hesitation for all your immigration needs. She is really the best attorney you can find for immigration.

Ana Schwartz

Replied last July 23, 2023

Juan- I cannot thank you enough for the wonderful review you left recommending me and my services. Your kind words mean the world to me. I am delighted that I could assist you and your family in obtaining residency. It was a true pleasure working with you, especially coming from Venezuela, and helping you navigate the immigration process. If there's anything else I can do for you or if you have any more questions in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out. I am here to support you every step of the way. Once again, thank you for your trust and for allowing me to be a part of this significant chapter in your lives. Sending my best wishes to you and your family!

Posted by veronica | March 01, 2013 | Immigration

Hiring ana was the best thing I've ever did!!!

Ana helped me in getting paroled in place. My husband and I had been putting my process of adjustment of status off for a while now, mostly because we were scared and confused on the paroled in place process. After searching around on the web, I got recommended to Ana Maria Schwartz and called her ri...ght away. In only 4 months I got my green card! I am glad to say it was the best decision we’ve ever made. She made me feel so sure about everything! And explained in detail the process we had ahead. More than an awesome lawyer, she’s a great person. I would recommend Ana. Hands down she’s the best lawyer I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. If ever I need an immigration attorney, I know Ana will get the job done and do it promptly.

Posted by anonymous | March 04, 2012 | Immigration

My personal experience with Ana Maria Schwartz - an Immigration Attorney

My wife and I - who she being originally from Brazil - married in April 2011. Prior to that - she had been in the U.S. for about 3 years. Immediately after our marriage - we began the process of looking for a local Immigration Attorney to do 2 things. The 1st was to begin the process of making my wi...fe a legal resident of the U.S. which eventually would allow her to become a U.S. citizen - and 2nd - to also do the exact same thing for her 9 year old son - which would also allow him to come here legally and remain here permanently. He too was born in Brazil - but had never traveled outside of that country. I knew this would be a big undertaking - as you're dealing with the legalities of 2 countries combined with International Law - not to mention - other realms OUTSIDE of law - like the boy's biological dad in Brazil - who was initially adamant - that he would not allow this to happen. We were told by other Brazilian families that this would be a long and very costly process - but much longer and significantly more expensive - if choosing the wrong attorney. After much searching - we came across Mrs Schwartz - who has offices in both Austin and Houston, Texas. After the 1st interview - we were relieved to say the least - that this attorney knew the system - knew the legal - but also the non-legal hurdles that we would face - not to mention - the legal system in BOTH countries. She was upfront - literally answering a lot of questions - even BEFORE we asked them. What she said would happen along the way - happened exactly as she said. There were surprises to us along the way - but NOT to her and her expertise. What we would face happened exactly as she had said. I would HIGHLY recommend anyone having the FREE interview she offers - before making your choice of which Immigration Attorney to hire. In closing - she was MUCH cheaper in the COMPLETE services she offers - than all the other attorneys that we had contacted.

Ana Schwartz

Replied last July 23, 2023

Thank you so much for sharing your detailed and heartfelt experience with me as your immigration attorney. I'm deeply honored and grateful for your kind words. Navigating the complexities of immigration law, especially when dealing with two countries and international legalities, can indeed be challenging. I'm glad that I could provide you with the support you and your wife needed in the process of obtaining legal residency in the U.S.. Moreover, helping your whole family be together permanently was equally important and rewarding. I understand the emotional and logistical hurdles you faced. As your attorney, it was my responsibility to guide you through each step and ensure that you were well-prepared for any challenges that might arise. I am humbled by your appreciation of my expertise and transparency. My goal is always to be upfront and provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions. As for the cost, I'm pleased to know that my services were both effective and affordable for you. I'm glad that I could provide the best value for your investment. Thank you for entrusting me with your case. It was a privilege to be a part of your immigration journey. Sending my best wishes to you and the whole family!

Posted by Tyler | November 02, 2009 | Immigration

Excellent Immigration Attorney

When we needed to change my wife's status, we looked at all the forms from INS and had no idea where to begin. We found Ana Maria through the Texas Lawyer Referral Network, and we couldn't be happier with our choice. She was always available to answer any question we had via phone or e-mail. She... really simplified the process of gathering all the information we needed to fill out the paperwork. Best of all was the interview prep she gave us two weeks before our interview. She knows the process so well, and described it for us in such detail that, when we got to the interview, there were no surprises. Everything went exactly as she said it would. If you need an experienced, friendly, helpful immigration attorney, give Ana Maria a call.

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Ana Maria Schwartz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Susan Pai

Immigration lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Schwartz is a no nonsense attorney with a true passion for her clients. You have a great attorney who really cares here."

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Matthew Kolken

Immigration lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Passionate, knowledgeable, hardworking, and results driven lawyer."

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Veronica Tunitsky

Immigration lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Annie for a number of years and can attest to her extraordinary passion and devotion to her clients and the immigration community. Any client should feel at ease having her by their side!"

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2000

S.P.A.C.E. Scholarship, Temple Law School

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner, Schwartz Immigration Law, PLLC

Associations

2014 - Present

Houston Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

2004 - Present

State Bar of Texas

2009 - 2011

Austin Young Lawyers Association

2008 - 2011

Austin Bar Association

2005 - 2011

Hostelling International, Southwest Texas Council

Secretary

Sample of Legal Cases

Reason to Believe

Approved

N-600 for someone 50 years after they obtained citizenship

Granted citizenship after appeal

Adjustment of Status for Overstay Parent

Approved

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Education

2003

Temple University

law

1998

Bryn Mawr College

A.B.

Speaking Engagements

2018

Replying to Ridiculous RFEs in Family-Based Cases: Alice in Wonderland Replying to Ridiculous RFEs in Family-Based Cases: Alice in Wonderland

2016

American Immigration Lawyers Association (DC chapter) Fall 2016 Conference Hardship Waivers

2012

2012 AILA Fall Joint Conference, New Orleans I Have To Go To My Home Country To Do That? Waiver Strategies

2010

Good Day Austin Immigration

Publications

2014

Enfoque Noticias Mexico Nuevo Esquema de Migracion

2006

Languages

French

Italian

Spanish

Activity

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